Columbia Aquathlon and Youth Splash and Dash

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The Columbia Sprint Aquathlon and Youth Splash and Dash is a family oriented multisport event consisting of a pool swim followed by a run on neighborhood roads/paths/sidewalks.   The Sprint Aquathlon event is for ages 16 and over and consists of a 400 yds swim followed by a 2 mile run. Participants of this event receive an Aquathlon transition towel, race belt, and finisher’s award. The Youth Splash and Dash event is a part of the USAT Youth Splash and Dash Aquathlon Series. Participants receive the Youth Series t-shirt and finishers medal. Post event refreshments will be available for participants and family/friends. This event is geared for Family Fun!   This event will be timed by our friends at Bullseye Running. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in each age division: Ages 7-8, Ages 9-10, Ages 11-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over. This event is Sanctioned by USA Triathlon.   This event is managed by Be More Coaching and Events and sponsored by the Columbia Association.

Event details and schedule

DESCRIPTION:
Aquathlon event for the whole family!  Swim in a pool and then run on neighborhood roads.  This event is USAT sanctioned.  The event will be timed by Bullseye Running. Event give-a-ways for the Sprint Aquathlon include Aquathlon transition towel, race belt, and finisher’s award.  The Youth Splash and Dash is a part of the USAT Youth Splash and Dash Series  and event give-a-ways include event series T-shirt and finisher’s medal as well as race belt.  Participants must race their age as of Dec 31, 2016 in accordance with USAT rules.

DATE:
Sunday June 26th, 2016
Event will be held in waves of 8-16 participants by gender and age group starting with the Adult Aquathlon at 7:00 AM.  Gender and ages groups may be combined depending on total number of participants.  Start times of each wave will depend on total number of participants.

LOCATION:
Clemens Crossing Pool
8600 Martin Rd
Columbia, MD 21045

DISTANCES:
Spring Aquathlon Ages 16 and over: 400 yds swim – 2 mile run
Youth Splash and Dash Ages 11-15: 200 yds swim – 2 mile run
Youth Splash and Dash Ages 7-10: 100 yds swim – 2 mile run

AWARDS:
Awards given to top male and female finisher:
Adult Aquathlon:  ages 16-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; and 70 and older
Youth Splash and Dash: ages 7-8; 9-10; 11-12; 13-15

REGISTRATION:
Active.com Columbia Aquathlon and Youth Splash and Dash

COSTS:
Requires a current USAT yearly membership or purchase a one-day membership during registration.

Aquathlon:
General Registrant : $35

Youth Splash and Dash:
General Registrant: $25

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY:
This event will be held rain or shine. In case of extreme weather conditions, such as thunderstorms or unsafe swimming conditions as determined by the event organizers and/or officials, the event will be modified or cancelled.  Due to the up front costs of putting on this event we cannot offer refunds.  If unable to participate,  registrations can be transferred to another athlete until June 15th for a $5 fee.